57225 ISP Sublet Transmission Repair Dixon Garage 22

The State of Illinois, Central Management Services agency, Division of Vehicles, awarded an Open Market Small Purchase contract to Jim Whan's Automotive Central Inc. on June 23, 2026, with a completion date of December 22, 2026. The contract amount is $5,296.88 and encompasses sublet transmission repair services for Dixon Garage 22, located in Dixon, Illinois (zip code 60121). The work order 57225 was processed through Illinois's BidBuy procurement system and authorized by the State Purchasing Officer's office following established small purchase procedures.

The specific services to be delivered include diagnostic inspection and repair of a 2019 Ford Expedition XL with a 3.5L EcoBoost engine. The repair scope comprises two primary work items: a comprehensive powertrain management systems and wiring harness diagnostic to address excessive engine rattle and noise ($85.58 labor), and removal and replacement of the timing chain with associated components including oil and filter changes and a 19-point vehicle inspection ($3,598.54 labor plus $1,563.76 in parts). A Small Business Set-Aside Program waiver was approved on June 16, 2026, based on the absence of registered small business vendors within 50 miles of the Dixon location for the specified service classification.